flames lick and linger
i wonder as the heat lurks
closely to my finger
testing how fire works
orange fire feeds
it takes the life of some as it smirks
while it saves others in need
is this how fire works
blood on my hands
as my conscience jerks
i shudder and toss the plans
it’s time to see how fire works
kind words in the letter
but all it does is irk
as ashes the paper looks better
now i know how fire works
flowers burst above me
the new year brings its own perks
but you’re not welcoming it with me
where you are, how’s the fireworks?
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